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Looking to achieve better flexibility? Through several different variations of classes such as yoga and pilates, and tai chi, you can make it happen. Flexibility training is important to any workout routine because it gives you a chance to stretch and warm up your muscles. It can also help you improve your balance and posture.
Promote relaxation and improve your range of motion
Improve athletic performance and activities of daily living
Combine with cardio training for added health benefits
Reduce the risk of pain and injury from other high impact
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Flexibility Training Classes
Aqua Basics
Revitalize and rejuvenate with an H2O experience that included muscle strengthening, increasing range of motion, Pilates, neuromuscular and balance exercises, Yoga, and Tai Chi.
Aqua Moves
Join the dance party and get a great cardio workout with energizing dance moves. This class is a high energy cardiovascular workout that is easy on the joints.
Aqua Strength
Enjoy this low intensity, strength-based class that gives you a full body workout in the low impact environment of the Therapy Pool.
Balance Challenge
This is a beginner class, which focuses on balance, breath-work, and relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Barre
Combines attribute of Pilates, Dance, and Functional Fitness Training. Utilizing a ballet barre and light weights, challenge your body and mind as you engage your entire body from head to toe. Participants can wear shoes but are encouraged to take them off. Wearing dance (or grippy) socks is recommended to keep your feet from sliding and are available at the Service Desk Pro Shop.
Chair Yoga
This class is a gentle form of yoga. You will practice yoga sitting in a chair or standing using the chair for support. Complicated maneuvers and complex movements are NOT present in this class. The chair is used due to the difficulty in getting up and down off the floor. You will learn many yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation and ways of relaxation with the aid of a chair. (55 minutes)
Flex & Foam
Learn the science behind effective myofascial massage as you reduce inflammation and loosen tight tissue. (55 minutes)
LesMills Virtual BODYBALANCE
A perfect blend of Tai-Chi, Yoga, and Pilates. This virtual class combines strength, balance, flexibility, and relaxation exercises to rejuvenate your body and mind.
LesMills Virtual BODYCOMBAT
BODYCOMBAT™ is a high-energy martial arts-inspired workout. You'll learn how to punch, kick and strike your way to superior fitness and strength
LesMills Virtual SH'BAM
SH'BAM™ is a fun-loving, insanely addictive dance workout. Your instructor will guide you through simple, sassy dance moves, all set to a party playlist.
LesMills Virtual SPRINT
SPRINT™ is a workout of high intensity, designed using an indoor bike to achieve fast results.
Mat Pilates
Lengthen and strengthen. Join us for a mind body connection with movements that will provide a full body workout.
Yoga Flow
Yoga Flow links multiple Hatha Yoga poses together to create an active, flowing movement. This class will help improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance. Modifications and principles of alignment are given to allow participants to stay safe, yet to feel challenged. All levels welcome.